Knaresborough Crag Rat Run 2026

A 5 mile mixed terrain run around Knaresborough encircling the River Nidd in aid of Yorkshire Air Ambulance.
  • What Fitness and Sports
  • When 27 Sep, 2026 (Europe/London / UTC100)
  • Where Knaresborough Cricket Club, Aspin Lane, Knaresborough HG5 8EP
  • Web Visit external website
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The race takes its name from the term for a person born in Knaresborough - a Crag Rat.

The course is suitable for all ability levels whether affiliated to a running club or not. The route starts at Knaresborough Cricket Club and takes runners along trails descending the crag to a tarmacked section alongside the River Nidd. Mixed terrain leads to a trail through woodland before a fast tarmacked section returns runners to a narrow path adjacent to the river. Crossing the bridge near the Petrifying Well, there is a further riverside section before ascending back up the crag towards the finish line where a medal and a goody bag will be available to the finishers. Approximately half of the race is on tarmac.

The normal prizes are supplemented by vouchers for local hospitality venues which want to be associated with the race including GeekFix wi-fi specialist, Nidd Hall and the Half Moon free house. We will be serving tea, coffee and cakes throughout the event for cash donations.

All money raised will go to Yorkshire Air Ambulance.

An email with up-to-date information on the course and conditions will be sent to all runners shortly after online entries close.

Enter now to guarantee a place. Entry fees (16 years and over): affiliated £14, unaffiliated £16.

Entry on the day is possible for an additional £2 if spaces remain. There are no card facilities so please use cash.

See event website for detailed timings.